Nervous for your Sangeet night? Follow these tips!!

Sangeet has been an integral part of Indian weddings for a long time. But over the years, it has evolved greatly and is now considered a grand affair. Before we get to the tips, it would be wise to learn about the origins of Sangeet.

Sangeet dates back to a long time ago, and it was an integral part of North Indian weddings. It was mainly the ladies who participated in it, and it lasted for 3-4 hours. But recent years have seen a growing acceptance of Sangeet ceremonies in Bengali and South Indian weddings, and they have become grander affairs. What’s more, men too, participate in Sangeet ceremonies these days!  The main ingredients of a Sangeet ceremony? Near and dear ones, beverages, food, dance, Bhangra DJ and most importantly, some great music.

The following tips can definitely help in making your Sangeet ceremony a grand success!

Determine the Budget

Sangeet ceremonies are generally very expensive and therefore, need proper planning. On an average, a Sangeet ceremony costs around $400-$900. A lot of people plan the Sangeet ceremony and wedding together, but it is recommended to plan for the Sangeet in isolation.

A Good Venue

There are three aspects to consider while choosing a good venue - space, facilities and accessibility. You would want a venue that is not cramped, and can accommodate everyone you plan toinvite. There should be no problem with fundamental facilities such as wash basins and restrooms. Most importantly, the venue should be located in an area that is easy to locate. While it is almost impossible to make it convenient for everyone invited, a venue in an accessible location definitely helps the cause.

Hire a Choreographer

If money is no object, you could always decide to hire a professional choreographer. More often than not, the best dancers from the bride and groom’s respective sides do the planning and choreography. But for a spectacular Sangeet ceremony, a choreographer is recommended.

Hire a DJ

It’s quite alright to have a sound system playing a Greatest Hits CD but what appeals more nowadays is a Bhangra DJ. Bhangra has long been the benchmark of getting people up and about on the dance floor, especially in North Indian weddings. A Bhangra DJ can interact with the crowd, take requests and add his own flavors to some great foot-tapping numbers.

Professional Performers

Professional dancers and performers can be hired to make the Sangeet ceremony a spectacular affair. While their charges could be pretty high, hiring them is bound to have a definitive impact on all invited.

Last but not the least, make sure to book acts, caterer, performers and venue well in advance, especially if the ceremony takes place during a congested wedding season.